UPDATE:
According to his statement, the protection is also to be extended to his wife.
In a declaration published on the social media platform X, Ziobro framed his decision as an act of resistance against what he described as growing authoritarianism in Poland and said he intended to continue his political struggle from abroad.
He maintained that the move was prompted by political repression in Poland, which he argued was eroding the rule of law.
Remaining abroad, he said, would allow him to pursue his political campaign more effectively, as staying in Poland would limit his ability to respond to allegations and restrict his public activity.
Ziobro indicated that a return would only be possible once meaningful legal and democratic safeguards are restored.
The former minister accused prosecutors and the leadership of the justice ministry of pursuing political revenge against him for investigations into alleged corruption he initiated while in office, and he claimed that his wife had also become a target of political attacks.
Ziobro further alleged that the current authorities were employing repressive tactics against political opponents as well as independent judges whose rulings do not align with the government’s political priorities.
In the final part of his statement, Ziobro warned that those he associates with the current government led by Donald Tusk would ultimately be held accountable for what he claims are unlawful and heavy-handed practices, and he signalled his intention to remain personally involved in opposing the authorities.
Ziobro is currently under investigation by the Polish prosecutor’s office in connection with the Justice Fund. Prosecutors suspect him of committing a total of 26 offences.
On 7 November 2025, the lower house od Polish Parliament (Sejm) lifted his immunity in relation to all 26 charges and approved his arrest and detention.
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Source: IAR/Polish Radio English Service